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Patriot cooler review | Do you need a super cooler survival tool?

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Coolers are great for camping, football tailgate parties and for keeping the beer cold. But, really, do you need an expensive super cooler that keeps ice for days? You might be surprised.

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Who needs a derby? Me. Review of American Hat Company Chaplin | Mens Felt Bowler Hat

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So who needs a derby hat? As far as outdoor or practicality goes a derby, or bowler, rates a C- or possibly a D. But I like mine and here is why.

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Stay cool: American Hat Company straw fedora sun hat review

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Many people view headgear as style-driven and a hat may be an afterthought or a fashion accessory. But a person loses about 10 percent of their body heat through their head. Conversely, a lot of heat can be transferred to the rest of the body through an uncovered head. Some people will learn that the hard way.

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Vintage gear: The Kelty Tioga backpack sets the standard

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How good is the Kelty Tioga backpack? I’ve used mine – hard – for decades, and it shows no signs of wearing out. Here is why you might check out this old vintage piece of gear.

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Irish Setter Edgerton XD review

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Sturdy boots are not optional for many trades. These Edgerton XDs may be a good footwear choice for people who work hard.

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Review: Condor Terrasaur – best knife for bushcrafters on a budget?

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A good, useful knife doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive. But it does have be dependable and be able to work hard. This  Condor Terrasaur is a good choice for budget-minded users.

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Review: Danner Radical 452 hiking boots

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These Danner Radicals hiking boots were reviewed by a very experienced hiker and outdoorsman. They may be the boots you have been looking for.

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Best trail shoe? Check out this review of the Danner Trail 2650

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Some of your most-used walking or hiking shoes/boots may end up being lightweight, low-cut trail shoes. That makes these Danner Trail 2650 shoes worth a second look.

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Review: African Ranger barefoot boots

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Barefoot boots have become a “thing.” The concept is that barefoot shoes/boots allow the foot to react to the ground as it would if the walker was walking barefoot. These Jim Green Barefoot Boots are sturdy hikers that may be a good entry into the barefoot boots world.

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Who needs tactical footwear? We review LALO’s Nine-inch Rapid Assault Black Ops boots

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Hot weather hiking boots are every bit as important as cold weather hiking boots. Consider adding these LALO tactical boots to your get-home or bugout bag.

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